API Gateway
Part of the CloudQix Glossary of API Integration Terms
Definition
An API gateway is a server that manages, routes, and secures traffic between clients and backend services.
In-Depth Explanation
API gateways serve as the single-entry point for requests in an integration architecture. They handle tasks like routing, authentication, rate limiting, and caching to improve security and performance.
CloudQix connects seamlessly with existing API gateways, enabling secure, centralized control of all API-based integrations in your automation ecosystem.
Examples by Industry
- Finance: Managing access to banking APIs with authentication and rate limits.
- Software: Routing microservice requests through a single gateway endpoint.
- Retail: Centralizing API access for inventory and order management systems.
- Transportation & Logistics: Controlling and securing access to tracking APIs.
Why It Matters
API gateways simplify management, improve performance, and protect APIs by enforcing security and traffic rules at a central point.
Related Terms / See Also
FAQ
Question: What does an API gateway do?
Answer: It manages, routes, and secures requests between clients and backend services.
Question: Why are API gateways important?
Answer: They simplify management, improve performance, and enhance API security.
Question: Does CloudQix work with API gateways?
Answer: Yes, CloudQix integrates with all major API gateways to automate secure data flows.
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